Area Code 34 – Palmyra
The phone area code for Palmyra is 34 (international format +96334). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.
📍 Geographic Location of Palmyra
Overview of Area Code +963 34
The country calling code +963 is assigned to the Syrian Arab Republic under the ITU-T E.164 international numbering plan. Within this national plan, the area code 34 is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) that routes calls to the central region of the country, specifically the historic city of Palmyra (Tadmur) and its surrounding administrative district in the Homs Governorate. This code is used for fixed-line (PSTN) services, and it is not associated with mobile or non-geographic services.
Geographic Coverage and Administrative Jurisdiction
The +963 34 code serves the Palmyra area, which lies in the eastern part of the Homs Governorate. The region is known for the ancient ruins of Palmyra, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The administrative jurisdiction includes the city of Palmyra itself and the smaller towns and villages within the Palmyra District, such as Al-Sukhnah and Al-Qaryatayn (though some of these may be served by other codes depending on the local exchange). The code is allocated to the fixed telephone network, and numbers under this code are used by residential, commercial, and government subscribers within this defined geographic area.
Dialing Formats and Caller Instructions
For international callers, the complete number must include the country code, the area code (without the leading trunk prefix '0'), and the subscriber's local number. For example, to call a fixed line in Palmyra with a local number of 123456, you would dial: +963 34 123456 from any country outside Syria. If you are calling from within Syria but from a different area code, you must first dial the national trunk prefix '0', followed by the area code and the local number: 0 34 123456. For local calls within the Palmyra area, the area code may be omitted, and you can dial just the local number, depending on the specific local dialing procedure in Syria. However, for clarity and to avoid errors, it is recommended to always use the full national format when dialing from a mobile phone or from a different region.
Numbering Plan and Overlay Considerations
Syria's numbering plan follows the ITU-T E.164 recommendation, with geographic area codes ranging from 11 to 57. The area code 34 is not an overlay; it is a distinct code for the Palmyra region. The subscriber numbers under this code typically have 6 to 7 digits, resulting in a total national significant number (NSN) length of 8 to 9 digits when including the area code. There are no known plans for an overlay in this region, but as with any national numbering plan, changes may occur. For the most current dialing procedures, especially for VoIP or mobile users, it is advisable to consult local telecommunications regulations.